Permanent Style article, The (20) Bespoke Shoemakers I Have Known, featuring Canons and its London workshop wall of wooden shoe lasts.

Canons Among Simon Crompton’s Top Recommendations for Bespoke Shoemaking

We are pleased to have been included among Simon Crompton’s top recommendations in his Permanent Style article, “The (20) Bespoke Shoemakers I Have Known.” Drawing on his personal experience commissioning bespoke shoes from 20 makers internationally, Crompton reflects on the craftsmanship, fit and overall experience offered by each. Canons is included among his...
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The Art of Bespoke Last-Making – Simon Bolzoni with Kirby Allison

Bespoke last-making lies at the heart of traditional shoemaking, determining how a shoe accommodates the individual characteristics of the wearer’s feet. We were pleased to welcome Kirby Allison back to our London workshop for a detailed discussion with our Master Last-Maker, Simon Bolzoni, exploring the relationship between individual last-making, shoe...
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Financial Times article, The World's Best Bespoke Shoemakers, featuring Canons

Canons Featured in the Financial Times – The World’s Best Bespoke Shoemakers

We are pleased to have been included in the Financial Times’ recent feature, “The World’s Best Bespoke Shoemakers”, recognising a selection of leading bespoke shoemakers from around the world. The article explores Canons’ history, dating back to 1840, and the continuation of our shoemaking traditions under the direction of master last-maker Simon...
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Canons Autumn 2026 USA Trunk Show – October & November

We are pleased to announce the Canons USA trunk show for autumn 2026, with appointments available in eight cities throughout October and November. Our Master Last-Maker, Simon Bolzoni, will be meeting both new and existing clients for bespoke commissions, measurements and fittings, offering an opportunity to learn more about our bespoke...
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Simon Bolzoni conducting a bespoke shoe fitting with Kirby Allison at the Canons London workshop, surrounded by historic wooden shoe lasts.

The Art of Bespoke Loafer Fitting – Simon Bolzoni with Kirby Allison

As part of our 185th-anniversary celebrations, we welcomed Kirby Allison back to the Canons workshop for a second conversation with our Master Last-Maker, Simon Bolzoni, this time exploring the particular challenges of fitting bespoke loafers. Unlike lace-up shoes, loafers offer little opportunity for adjustment once they are on the foot....
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Trunk show – Summer 2026 USA travel dates – June

Trunk show dates confirmed – We are pleased to announce our return to the USA this June. Our upcoming dates are: Houston (The Four Seasons) – 2nd & 3rd June West Hollywood (Chateau Marmont) – 4th & 5th June Scottsdale, AZ (The Four Seasons at Troon North) – 6th &...
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Watch 185 Years of Bespoke Excellence with Kirby Allison

In celebration of our 185th anniversary, we are proud to share a special conversation between our Last Maker, Simon Bolzoni, and Kirby Allison. Simon provides a rare look into the Canons archives, exploring how our traditional tools have remained unchanged while the art of last making and pattern cutting has...
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Trunk show – Spring 2026 USA travel dates – February / March

Trunk show dates confirmed – We are pleased to announce our return to the USA this February and March. Our upcoming dates are: Houston (The Four Seasons) – 26th and 27th February West Hollywood (Chateau Marmont) – 28th and 1st March Scottsdale, AZ (The Four Seasons at Troon North) – 2nd and 3rd March...
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Christmas Opening Hours – 2025

We’d like to thank you for your continued support over the past year.  Please note that our workshop will be closed from Saturday, 20th December, opening again Monday, 5th January. This break gives our team the chance to spend time with their families and return refreshed for the New Year....
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